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Good ideas Quote by John C. Maxwell

“Good ideas have expiration dates. You need to act before they become dated, irrelevant or otherwise spoiled.” quote by John C. Maxwell
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“Good ideas have expiration dates. You need to act before they become dated, irrelevant or otherwise spoiled.”

John C. Maxwell

About This Quote

Source Book: The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth, 2012

Ideas lose relevance quickly; act promptly before they become obsolete.

In simple terms: Ideas expire; act fast.

Key Takeaway

Act on ideas before they lose value.

Themes

timeliness innovation decision making

Mood

determined urgent

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • business
  • entrepreneurship
  • product development
  • marketing

Key Concepts

opportunity cost urgency creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • What idea will you act on today?
  • How do you balance speed and quality?
A Different Perspective

Ideas may be premature without preparation.

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